FALLBROOK —— Rachael Hanewinckel of Fallbrook has been awarded a $5,000 scholarship by the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation. Hanewinckel is entering her senior year at California Lutheran University.

She is one of 12 students across America who received the Toyota Motor Sales, USA Scholarship, Los Angeles Region, one of the awards the MCSF gives. The foundation was created in 1962 to provide financial assistance in the form of scholarships to qualified sons and daughters of Marines and former Marines, as well as Navy Corpsmen who serve with Marines. The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation has awarded more than 19,000 scholarships valued at nearly $29 million during the past 43 years.

This year, the MCSF has awarded a record $1,767,260, the highest amount ever given for scholarships to 1,039 sons and daughters of Marines and former Marines by the Foundation.

Candidates for Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation awards, in addition to being children of Marines or former Marines, must illustrate their commitment to their communities, and provide a record of service to others.

Funding for the awards comes from annual scholarship balls and golf tournaments conducted around the country. Additional funds come from the generous contributions given annually by individuals, corporations, foundations and organizations. For more information about the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, call (800) 292-7777 or visit www.mcsf.org.

ROP offering free classes

FALLBROOK —— Fallbrook High School is offering free classes in the following subjects through its ROP. Anyone can take the classes, the only requirement is that they be at least 16 years old. The classes will be taught on the Fallbrook High School campus, from the week of Aug. 26 through the week of Jan. 19. The computer applications classes are given from 6 to 10 p.m. two nights a week. The school observes the regular school calendar in terms of legal and local holidays. To register for one of these classes, call Karen Ricci or Libby Wood at (760) 723-6300, Ext. 3211 or 3212. The classes and days they are offered are:

— Beginning Computer Applications: Tuesday and Thursday.

— Intermediate Computer Applications: Tuesday and Thursday.

— Web Design: 4 to 6:30 p.m. Monday and Wednesday.

Residents named to dean's list

FALLBROOK —— The following residents have been named to the dean's list at Azusa Pacific University:

— Claire E. Kettering, who was homeschooled and is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Kettering. She is a biblical studies major.

— Christel E. Kopitzke, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Keith Kopitzke and a youth ministry major.

— Amanda M. Perkins, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Perkins, a nursing major.

Youth of the year named

BONSALL —— Breana Espinoza has been chosen youth of the year in recognition of her involvement and leadership with the Boys & Girls Club of North County. She has been an active member of the Boys & Girls Club of North County's Bonsall unit for two years.

While attending the club, she participates in programs such as Junior Leaders, Smart Girls and the Power Hour. She also enjoys playing the piano and is involved in the club's music program.

She volunteers at REINS, a therapeutic horsemanship program; enjoys tutoring other Boys & Girls Club members with their homework; participates in the student council; and is working on a committee for her school's recycling program.

Funds for native gardens offered

NORTH COUNTY —— The San Diego chapter of the California Native Plant Society will continue its School Garden Program for the third year by offering financial support, up to $500, and assistance to teachers and their students interested in exploring the region's native plant communities and starting a native plant garden at their school.

Teachers interested in starting a garden, with the help of a grant, should submit their contact information and a one-page description of their school garden dreams, how they plan to incorporate native plants into their dreams and what they would use the money to buy to: Richard W. Halsey, education chair, naturalist@californiachaparral.com. Last year's recipients may apply to continue support for a native plant garden they have already started. After receiving the grant for one year, recipients must write a one-page summary of their project, including how the money was used. The program is open to all kindergarten through 12th-grade schools in San Diego and Imperial counties, public or private.

Financial 21 school drive continues

NORTH COUNTY —— Financial 21 Community Credit Union will continue to sponsor a back-to-school drive and accept donations of items at its branches throughout North County through Aug. 31. The goal of the campaign is to provide residents of the San Diego Center for Children with school supplies for the new school year. Items include traditional supplies such as notebooks and backpacks, as well as an assortment of new books for them to read in their spare time. Last year, Financial 21 donated more than 1,000 items to the San Diego Center for Children. For directions to the nearest branches, call (619) 233-3101 or log on to www.financial21.com.

MAEGA awards scholarships, announces dinners

NORTH COUNTY —— The Mexican American Educational Guidance Foundation recently gave $41,000 in scholarships to 33 college-bound seniors from four San Dieguito Union High School District schools.

Funds came from proceeds from three dinners, the sale of tamales during the holidays and individual contributions. Seniors of Mexican-American heritage are eligible for the scholarships, which are given annually based on need.

For the first time, a Don Lapham Memorial Scholarship was awarded. The recipient was Liliana Rodriguez, who graduated from San Dieguito Academy. Lapham founded the foundation in 1971. Its primary mission is to encourage Latinos to continue their education after high school.

A Richard Wheelock discretionary scholarship went to Gabriel Becerra, a Torrey Pines High School graduate. The two scholarships will be awarded annually to seniors who excel among the applicants.

Scholarship recipients include: Aurora Uhlmeyer, Sunset Continuation School; Brenda Aguilar, Mayra Martinez, Jesus Camito and Omar Hernandez, Torrey Pines High School; Elizabeth Rodriguez, Silvia Galvan, Maritza Nava, Sarive Arango, Krystal Pliego, Roberto Garcia, Angelica Guerrero, Liliana Rodriguez and Anahi Lopez-Acevedo, San Dieguito Academy; and Daniel Oseguera, Anthony Leon, Victor Martinez, Juan Antonio Cruz, Magdalena Ferrer, Margarita Guadarrama, Karina Moya, Gabrino Atermpa Jr., Brenda Baez, Itzel Mimi Cruz, Michael Ramierez Jr., Rodney Renteria, Elizabeth Reyes, Carina Rodriguez, Adrianai Perez, Victor Hernandez and Alejandra Aguino, La Costa Canyon High School.

Organizations and individuals contributing funds included the Rotary Clubs of Encinitas and Del Mar, the Ecke Foundation, George Lewis, General Atomics Foundation, Bullock Foundation, Deacon Al Graff, the Lyle Foundation, Kathleen Stowell, the Wheelock family, Patrick Pierce and Bill Dougherty.

Two fund-raising dinners to support the scholarship program will be held Aug. 30 and Sept. 6 at Tony's Jacal, 621 Valley Ave., Solana Beach. Tickets cost $15 for adults and $6 for children and will be available at the door. Serving will begin at 5 p.m. For more information, call (760) 943-8928.

BIA awards scholarships

NORTH COUNTY — A total of 27 seniors representing 17 local high schools were recently awarded thousands of dollars from the 2005 North County Building Industry Association's Scholarship Fund. To date, $46,680 has been raised for this year's scholarship fund.

This year's winners include: Mason Barlow, Carlsbad High; Rian Rhoads, Sam Skinner and Tanner Eschrich, Bonsall Charter Academy; Eric Hagen, Center City High, Escondido; Brian Goulart, El Camino High, Oceanside; Riley Liles, Escondido Charter High; Megan Forster, La Costa Canyon High; Carlyn Stech, Mt. Carmel High; Dustin Barrett, Orange Glen High, Escondido; Alena Egense, Ashley Fairon, Matthew Brammer and Spencer Anderson, Rancho Bernardo High; Alex Mullen-Ley, San Dieguito Academy, Encinitas; Adolfo Castellanos, Jesus Gonzales and Victoria Salazar, San Marcos High; Ian Masterson, Maria Sardo and Natalie Shull, San Pasqual High, Escondido; Chris Honeycutt, The Grauer School, Encinitas; Jake Harry and Laura Campbell, Torrey Pines High; Brett McMurdo, Valley Center High; Nicholas Coppedge, Vista High; and Jessica Aguilar, Westview High, Rancho Penasquitos.

Local residents are college grads

A number of local residents recently graduated from college. Tracy Benelli earned a master's degree in divinity from Azusa Pacific University. California Lutheran University graduates included: Julie Martinez of Oceanside, who earned a bachelor's degree in communication; Kate Fornaca of Cardiff, who earned a bachelor's degree in sociology; Jeffrey Cummings of Carlsbad, who earned a bachelor's degree in exercise science/sports medicine; and Sarah Tieman, who earned a master's degree in business administration.

Libby to hold open house

OCEANSIDE —— Libby Elementary School, 423 Redondo Drive, will host a back-to-school open house for students and parents from 1 to 4 p.m. Aug. 28. A parent meeting is planned from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Students and parents will have a chance to visit classrooms and meet many of the teachers preparing for the new school year, which begins Aug. 29. For more information, call (760) 757-5901.

Panther Football Boosters plan luau

VISTA —— The Vista Panther Football Boosters will hold a luau to raise funds for the upcoming football season from 5 to 11 p.m. Sept. 10 at the Vista Elk's Lodge, 1947 E. Vista Way. Tickets are $30 each. The event is adults only and will feature food catered by L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, local Polynesian dancers, music, a silent auction and drawing. To donate items or money, or for tickets, call Monica at (760) 945-5727.

Casita awards perfect attendance

VISTA —— The following students at the Casita Center for Technology, Science and Math had perfect attendance for the 2004-05 school year: Karla Acevedo, Agela Lea Alcantara, Manuel Amial, Hector Araiza, Uther Araiza, Amanda Baier, David Bavin, Vanessa Carvajal, Brent Casey, Karen Ceballos, Marck Cerrvantes, Celina Contreras, Kevin Cordada, Asminda Cruz, Kellen Culver, Francisco Curiel, Michael Daley, Tyler Daley, Naihla Delia, Kelsey Dorward, Langston Dunham, Alex Emerick, Evelyn Estrada, Kavika Faleumu, Morgan Fox, John Freund, Matthew Freund, Gustavo Gallardo, Leslie Gallardo Jeremy Gamelin, Cody Gamez, Jorge Garcia, Gay Raydell, Christopher Giberson, Oscar Gonzalez, Yissel Gonzalez, Joedy Hernandez, Katia Hernandez, Luis Hernandez, Liam Hilliker, Russell Hull, Breanna Leahey, Brennan Leahey, Sonia Magdaleno, Jose Martinez, Andrew Maturino, Leslie Mendoza, Shanette Montoya, Maria Mora, Alejandro Morales, Jason Mui, Marco Navarro, Bethany Olejniczak, Kathy Olivares, Alma Pantoja, Carmen Parks, Angelica Pena, Jennifer Quintana, Franky Ramirez, Marleen Ramirez, Marlon Ramirez, Javier Ramos, Bianca Robles, Kevin Ryan, Marisa Salisbury, Carmela Sanchez, Esteban Santana, Brandon Schnedarm, Wyatt Schroeder, Jared Smith, Kimberly Specht, Megan Spencer, Seth Tanak, Kela Torres, Cooper Treibel, Beitzy Valvidares, Alondra Varillas, Zurisaday Ventura, Indira Vilchis, Michael Vivier, Stephen Vivier, Victoria Webster, Preston Witchell, Tabetha Witchell and Allan Yanez.

Vista resident honored

Valerie Herring of Vista, who was a sophomore last year at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, recently was recognized on Honors Day at the college for achieving academic excellence over the course of her college career. Students honored are undergraduates who have cumulative grade point averages of at least 3.5. Students must also make progress toward their degrees, reaching a specific number of credit hours as freshmen, sophomores or juniors.

St. Patrick's student attends conference

Samantha Silva, a Carlsbad resident and eighth-grade student at St. Patrick's School, recently attended the Junior National Young Leaders Conference in Washington D.C. With the theme "The Legacy of American Leadership," the 10-day conference introduces young people to the rich tradition of leadership throughout American history, while helping them develop their own leadership skills. Samantha participated in educational activities and presentations led by individuals in high-level positions, as well as young people who exercise leadership skills within their communities. Students met elected officials and congressional staff members, and visited historic national landmarks including Colonial Williamsburg. They studied the impact of leadership during critical periods of American history. The goal is to give participants a greater understanding of the role of individuals in American democracy and the responsibilities of being a leader.

CHS alumna earns college honor

Molly Doyle, a 2004 graduate of Carlsbad High School, earned a spot on the dean's honor list for the spring 2005 semester at the University of Texas in Austin. She received the honor by maintaining at least a 3.5 grade point average and earning at least 12 graded units.

Magnolia seeks reading tutors

CARLSBAD —— Magnolia Elementary School is looking for volunteer reading tutors for the Everyone A Reader program. Tutors spend one hour each week working with first-, second- and third-graders. Training is provided. For more information, call Kristie Shipley at (760) 730-0405.

TPHS alumna was summer intern

Kim Berryman, a 2003 graduate of Torrey Pines High School, recently completed a 10-week summer internship at "The Laura Ingraham Show," a syndicated radio program based in Washington, D.C. She worked behind the scenes at the show, which focuses on politics, pop culture and show business. Under the title of assistant producers, she and two fellow interns worked alongside executive and associate producers to book guests, research segments and offer input on show topics. Her day began at 7 a.m. on Capitol Hill and she booked several guests, including Attorney General Bill Barr. Her internship was organized by The Washington Center for Internships. In addition to the 40-hour-per-week internship, Berryman and the other interns attended weekly classes and speaking engagements by professionals in politics and journalism. She has returned to Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles with nearly a semester's worth of college credit and a wealth of experience to add to her resume.

Canyon Crest plans engineering program

CARMEL VALLEY —— Canyon Crest Academy, which is a San Dieguito Union High School District "school of choice" that opened in September 2004, will launch an innovative engineering program in the fall. Project Lead the Way, which is offered in more than 1,000 schools across the country, will offer classes in aerospace, mechanical engineering and biotechnology in the 2005-06 school year. Principal David Jaffe said the school has achieved its first-year goals, including offering a full selection of advanced placement and honors classes in all core areas; providing elective language classes in French, Japanese, American Sign Language and Spanish; offering junior varsity teams in all sports except football; and launching Envision, a performing arts program that attracted 140 students who underwent an audition selection process before being admitted.

Construction continued on schedule in 2005, and the school has reached enrollment targets of 480 incoming freshmen and 60 incoming sophomores for the 2005-06 school year. Parents have formed a philanthropic and volunteer organization known as the Canyon Crest Academy Foundation, which, during its first year, held a series of student-parent events and raised more than $250,000 in support of the school programs.

Canyon Crest Academy, the district's fifth high school, at 5951 Village Center Loop Road, is a comprehensive high school that features state-of-the-art instructional facilities for multimedia, technology, performing arts, and studio and fine arts. For more information, call (858) 350-0265.

Jazz legend to play for Mission Hills music program

SAN MARCOS —— Jazz legend and internationally renowned big band leader and trumpet player Maynard Ferguson will perform a concert to benefit the Mission Hills High School music program at 8 p.m. Oct. 5 in Grizzly Pavilion.

Proceeds will help offset an upcoming trip by music students to Australia. Ferguson is best know for "Gonna Fly Now," the theme to the "Rocky" movies. He has been nominated for Grammy awards, has made several gold albums and has played for the President of the United States and King of Thailand. Andy Baker, a Mission Hills math teacher and swim coach, has known Ferguson's tour manager and business manager/record producer for 15 years. When Baker asked Ferguson if he would play for the cause, the musician agreed.

Tickets are $15 general admission. For more information, call band director Jeff McNurlan at (760) 290-2729.

Poway resident earns college award

Alex Tarzy of Poway recently received the Rufus Choate Scholar Award for the 2004-05 academic year at Dartmouth University in Hanover, N.H. He is the son of Neil and Mary-Ellen Tarzy of Poway. Rufus Choate Scholars are students whose grade point averages are among the top 5 percent at Dartmouth for the academic year.

Teens invited to volunteer club orientation

ESCONDIDO —— The Helping Hands Teen Volunteer Club, a program of the Escondido Education COMPACT, will hold its kick-off orientation mixer from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Sept. 7 at the East Valley Community Center, 2245 E. Valley Parkway. High school students interested in finding out how to join and earn community service hours are invited to attend. For information, call Helping Hands club adviser Emily Holley at (760) 839-4262.

Escondido resident makes dean's list

Philip Boonstra of Escondido was named to the spring 2005 dean's list at Calvin College in Grand Rapids, Mich. To earn a spot on the list, students must maintain at least a 3.5 grade point average. Established in 1876, Calvin is a Christian, liberal arts college and had an enrollment of 4,186 students during the 2004-05 school year. Of those students, only about 25 percent made the dean's list during the spring semester.

Local students make dean's list

NORTH COUNTY —— A number local inland North County residents earned spots on the spring 2005 semester dean's list at Azusa Pacific University. They earned the honor by maintaining a minimum grade point average of 3.5 or better for the semester.

Escondido honorees include: Courtney Bacon, a San Pasqual High graduate and Christian ministries major; Alyss Valleroy, an Orange Glen High graduate and liberal studies major; Elizabeth Rickman, a music major; Amy Serry, a graduate of Escondido High and chemistry major; Courtney Harrison, a psychology major; Julia Jones, a nursing major; Katelyn Paige, an Orange Glen High graduate and art major; and Thomas Houghton, an American Community Schools graduate and English major.

San Marcos students include: Imkyung Cho, a music major; Jason Diaz, a Julian High graduate and music major; John Betts, a computer information systems major; and Emily Deaton, a liberal studies major.

Other honorees include: Robert Guiles of Poway, a psychology major; Stephanie Speas of Rancho Barnardo, a Rancho Bernardo High graduate and communication studies major; and Kevin Davis of Rancho Penasquitos, a Mount Carmel High graduate and business administration major.

Seniors needed to help in schools

NORTH COUNTY —— Members of Seniors Helping Our Kids are making a difference at schools in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and Rancho Penasquitos. More than 250 seniors volunteer one hour a week in local schools helping children with reading, volunteering in a classroom or helping out in school libraries.

More volunteers are needed for the program. No special background is needed, and volunteers can choose the school, day and time they wish to participate.

An informational meeting is scheduled for 10 a.m Aug. 26 at the Poway Senior Center, 13094 Civic Center Drive, Poway. For more information, call Jane Radatz at (858) 485-5449.